Description
Martel, Gus – Boxing. Fighting. Training. How to eat and gain strength at one-half the costs. Physical Culture and Muscular Development by Gus Martel. Undefeated Amateur Lightweight Champion of the World. Famous Developer of Champions. 1931 14-page softcover. Split to the bottom 1 1/2 of the spine, else good condition. Scarce.
Book Overview & Publication Details:
Boxing, Fighting, Training: How to Eat and Gain Strength at One-Half the Cost was published in 1931.
• Author Background: Gus Martel (operating out of New Fairfield/Danbury, Connecticut) advertised himself heavily as the “Undefeated Amateur Lightweight Champion of the World” boasting over 500 knockouts, as well as a “Famous Developer of Champions”.
• Content: This rare 14-page instructional booklet is a classic example of early 20th-century mail-order physical culture ephemera. It combines bare-bones boxing fundamentals and muscle-building regimens with a “budget-friendly” nutritional guide tailored to Great Depression-era fighters seeking strength on a shoestring budget. Notably, this exact guide is recognized by collectors as a piece of martial arts history, having been a documented part of Bruce Lee’s personal research library.
The Companion Document:
The included 8″ x 11″ document, “Gus Martel’s Secret Sure K.O. Punch,” was originally distributed as an exclusive supplement or mail-order premium.
• Front Side: Features five detailed, illustrated sequential drawings mapping out the exact body mechanics, weight transfer, and angle required to execute Martel’s signature knockout blow.
• Reverse Side: Contains a step-by-step technical breakdown written by Martel, explaining how to set up the opponent, disguise the intent, and deliver the punch with maximum leverage.
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